Project Engineer

Construction Job Board USA; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

MYR Group, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to support electrical construction projects nationwide. You will assist with plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and daily reporting, while coordinating with senior project managers.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to contract features, with opportunities to work in field and office settings across federal, state, and municipal projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–3 years in construction processes for electrical or general construction.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Interpret applicable construction drawings and plans.
• Assist with reviewing plans and specifications and prepare checklists.
• Prepare submittals, statements of work, and change management documents.
• Assist with cost estimates and project scheduling as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and daily/weekly reporting.
• Support safety compliance and site inspections.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Job description

About The Role

The Project Engineer is responsible for the support of functions related to construction management in the electrical construction industry. Projects may include performance of work for federal, state and municipal clients throughout the United States. The Project Engineer assists with the preparation of plans, applicable specifications, and interfaces with and provides general project support to senior project management professionals.

Company Overview

Founded in 1920, the E.S. Boulos Company (ESB) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - performs electrical construction services throughout the Northeastern U.S. We have two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making us a full-service electrical provider.

ESB's commercial and industrial electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance. We also offer design-build and pre-construction services and has in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.

Essential Functions

• Interpret applicable construction drawings
• Assist with the review of plans and specifications and prepare a checklist of contract features which require periodic attention
• List items the sub-contractor must submit for approval prior to the start of the work
• Assist with cost estimates and project scheduling as needed
• Ensure maintenance of accurate records
• Assist with preparing statements of work, submittals, change management and necessary daily and weekly reporting
• Promote safety in construction operations and ensure compliance with safety requirements
• Inspect equipment, material, workmanship and finished construction
• Check progress of work in the field
• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed, and materials used conform to required specifications
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

Qualifications

About You:

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of experience in the construction process of commercial electrical operations or general construction experience
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; a combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read blueprints and drawings
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Possess strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project and/or Primavera at an intermediate or higher level
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think practically while remaining detail-oriented

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Dental - 100% employer-paid premium.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.